Today we’re excited to share a peek at our progress at Madrona Passive...
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Field Notes
How Much It Does Costs to Build a House in Portland and Seattle
Updated for 2024 Building a new house is like setting out on a...
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What is the Energy Performance Score (EPS) and Why Should I Get One?
In the past there’s been a disconnect between the green features of buildings...
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H2O and high performance building assemblies: how to handle rain and vapor
As we insulate structures and make them more airtight we reduce the drying...
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What is an HRV, how does it work, and why should I care?
WHAT IS AN HRV? An HRV, or heat recovery ventilator, is a balanced...
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Airtightness at Madrona Passive House? Easy peasy.
One of three performance metrics for Passive House certification is air tightness of...
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Hammer & Hand Seattle Team Recruiting Event
Calling all experienced carpenters! Hammer & Hand, a leader in high performance building,...
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